We know incidents like these can be worrying - police urge caution after spate of burglaries across Preston

They also issued advice to help keep homeowners safe.

Police have urged residents to be on their guard after receiving three reports of burglary and attempted burglary in Preston over the last few days.

Police have urged residents to be on their guard after receiving three reports of burglary and attempted burglary in Preston over the last few days.placeholder image
Police have urged residents to be on their guard after receiving three reports of burglary and attempted burglary in Preston over the last few days. | Preston Police
Police have urged residents to be on their guard after receiving three reports of burglary and attempted burglary in Preston over the last few days.placeholder image
Police have urged residents to be on their guard after receiving three reports of burglary and attempted burglary in Preston over the last few days. | Preston Police

A spokesperson for the police said: “On Friday, a suspect gained entry to a property on Rose Terrace, Ashton-on-Ribble, through a conservatory. Thankfully, nothing was taken.

“Then, in the early hours of Monday morning, there were two reports of door handles being tried on Geneva Road, Fulwood. In both cases, the suspects were unable to get inside.

“We know incidents like these can be worrying, and officers are carrying out enquiries and checking for any CCTV that may assist the investigation.”

They issued the following advice to homeowners:

Lock your doors and windows.

Take keys out of locks.

Set your alarm if you have one.

Secure sheds and garages.

Keep valuables out of sight.

If you have any information about any of the above incidents, please call police on 101 quoting the log number 1511 or email [email protected].

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